Experienced Operations Professional with a strong track record in Fleet Management, known for precision and adaptability in demanding work environments. Adept at building and maintaining relationships with vendors, buyers, and key stakeholders while consistently delivering top-tier services. Possesses refined analytical skills, driving ongoing process improvement and efficiency. Proven self-starter dedicated to team success in collaborative settings.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Vehicle Order Specialist
Wheels Donlen LeasePlan
Bannockburn, IL
08.2018 - Current
Gather order tracking information to resolve issues when needed
Provide Technical Support to Dealer partners to assist with managing status of incoming vehicles as well as
requesting payment via the Online Dealer Portal
Determine insight using internal reporting tools to present findings to management, Account Managers, and
external customers
Process and document transactions in company database as well as Manufacturer OEM website
Carefully review prepared items against customer orders to verify accuracy prior to order placement
Manage and review error report to ensure customers receive the correct product and orders go to the correct
location
Manage and establish excellent working relationships with vendors including vehicle manufacturers and
Dealership
Identify and resolve critical issues while classifying trends within the industry
Collaborate with functional and technical staff on application testing and implementation
Oversee vehicle orphan process by allocating disregarded vehicles.
Dealer Relations Specialist
Donlen
Bannockburn, IL
08.2017 - 08.2018
Managed and coordinated problem/resolution management related to dealer pre- and post-delivery issues
Advised Acquisitions Team as well as Management of new critical trends and issues regarding the dealership or
manufacturers affecting dealer delivery
Supervised a network of dealers, including fee negotiations, data base management and performance
evaluation to ensure operations efficiency
Established excellent working relationships with vendors including vehicle manufacturers and dealerships
Provided technical support as well as a guided walk through of the Dealer Portal application and functionalities
Conducted training
Including developing user procedure guidelines and documentation
Identified areas of improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and
performance
Fielded incoming calls and emails from internal, external customers and verified clear and complete
communication among involved parties
Designed and created training modules for the Dealer Specialist Role
Recommend system improvements policy changes where required
Ensure data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data
Nominated for membership for the 2018 Presidents Club
Received Star Award consecutively 16 times by displaying corporate spirit in working with other teams and
finalizing of projects.
Team Lead Manufacturer Relations/Dealer Relations Network Coordinator
Wheels Inc
Des Plaines, IL
02.2014 - 08.2017
Provided order tracking information and resolved issues when needed
Supported leadership by delegating assignments and monitoring performance to ensure timely work completion
Implemented on the job training activities to cross train employees on various tasks
Aided Management during decision making process by generating daily reports and recommended corrective
actions
Managed escalated open issues, provided resolution to affected parties
Built and rebuilt partnerships with independent automobile dealerships by delivering above-average customer
service
Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve departmental metrics
Identified operational and performance issues and worked with managers to resolve concerns
Designed and created training modules for the Dealer Relations Role
Completed UAT testing to assist with the launch of new applications.
Compliance, Registration Wheels Inc
Des Plaines, IL
05.2000 - 06.2014
Fielded incoming calls and emails from internal, external customers and verified clear and complete
communication among involved parties
Prepared state specific paperwork to be sent to the dealership
Managed and filed paperwork to transfer vehicle ownership title from dealer to purchaser for new leased vehicles
Maintained current DMV title regulations knowledge for each state and processed compliant paperwork
Regardless of states involved
Provided customer service support and advised on regulations and requirements regarding various registration
programs
Provided support to department by assisting with special assignments and projects
Stayed abreast of applicable laws and state or federal regulation to report violations
Tracked assignment completion to provide weekly metrics to compliance manager
Identified areas for improvement and implemented new processes to enhance overall company quality and
performance.
Skills
Order Processing
MS Office
Information Confidentiality
Problem-Solving
Customer Service
Verbal and Written Communication
Attention to Detail
Documentation and Reporting
Relationship Building
Order Fulfillment
Quality Assurance
Supervision & Leadership
Timeline
Vehicle Order Specialist
Wheels Donlen LeasePlan
08.2018 - Current
Dealer Relations Specialist
Donlen
08.2017 - 08.2018
Team Lead Manufacturer Relations/Dealer Relations Network Coordinator